I had a bunch of holiday fabrics I wanted to use up, so I decided on making a scrappy Xmas version of my pattern Looking Glass. There are no half square triangles or flying geese so trimming is kept to a minimum and there are few seams to match (and the seams that do match up all nest).
I originally had pulled green and red prints from my stash and then noticed that one of the Christmas fabrics had a darker periwinkle background. I thought that gave a lot of interest and depth to the colors so I added in some more darker periwinkle prints. I also tried to vary the green and red prints in the quilt, using lighter and darker colors and different hues too.
The quilt top come together really quickly against a background of Bella White. I backed the quilt in some red and white Amy Butler fabric I had on hand.
For the quilting, I went with a quick stipple allover the quilt along with each one of the family's names to make the quilt more personal and special for them.
I just dropped off the quilt on their porch so hopefully I will find out if they like it soon :)
This is actually my fourth time using this pattern, it is such a go to for a quick, easy, pre-cut/scrap friendly design. Below are the other 3 quilts I have made with this pattern.
What to make your own version of Looking Glass? You can find digital and print versions of the pattern in my shop. To celebrate this quilt finish, you can use code "LOOKING" for 25% off the price of the pattern (this code will only work on the Looking Glass digital and print pattern until the end of the year).
Happy Holidays!!
What a wonderful thank you gift, Cheryl. I really like how you personalized it for them (I bet they will love finding their names), and the periwinkle is a lovely addition to the colors on the front!
ReplyDelete"...will find out if they like it ..." Silly girl ;-) It's delightful! Dependable help with child logistics is soooo important; glad you have it. Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteOh goodness, what a gorgeous quilt! Perfect gift. They sound like wonderful neighbors, and your quilt is a perfect gift of appreciation.
ReplyDeleteOh, Cheryl, this is just all kinds of awesome, fabrics, meaning, generosity of neighbours, friends, acknowledging good works, etc. So kind of both of you. :-) I want more stories like this on the news...wait, our local Windsor CBC HAS been doing this exact thing, and I just love it. There is much good in our world; it needs to be in the light more, so thank you for letting your light shine. Merry Christmas my friend!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great quilt. It just sparkles and says happy. Can't imagine anyone wouldn't love it. So great to have friends and neighbors who help each other out and what a kind way to say "Thank you"!
ReplyDeleteYour pattern is wonderful as a Christmas quilt and a great way to use so many different prints. I like how you expanded the palette. I stay pretty traditional red/green for Christmas even though I really like the look of other colors when I see them used. Have a very Merry Christmas Cheryl.
ReplyDeleteI love this quilt! It is so happy and bright. We both have a Looking Glass quilt pattern! :)
ReplyDeletevery pretty...lovely gift
ReplyDeleteWhat a great gift! I love the scrappy Christmas look! And I love that you quilted the family names into it--what a lovely personalized touch. Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful gift! Merry Christmas xo Melanie
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun gift to find on their door step. Hope it went over well.
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice gift - I love all the bright colors, and the periwinkle really pops!
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